US prepares to send diplomats back to Middle East embassies after Iran war evacuations, NYT reports
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Sources: US begins returning staff to Middle EastPeople familiar with the matter said some returns could begin this week, while missions initially remain below authorized staffing levels.
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- The return of some personnel could begin as early as this week, one person familiar with the matter said.
- Sources said staff would return to U.S. posts in Lebanon, Israel, Saudi Arabia and Baghdad, Iraq.
- Sources said family members would also be allowed to return to the U.S. post in Riyadh.
- Some embassies will initially operate at no more than 85% of authorized staffing, the sources said.
Based on our latest assessment, we are adjusting our staffing posture at certain posts in the Middle East to ensure we can continue advancing U.S. foreign policy objectives while protecting the safety and security of our personnel, the spokesperson said.— U.S. State Department spokesperson, in a statement to Reuters
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